Roadside travelers passing by the North and South Carolina border near Dillon will find a roadside stop featuring an amusement park, restaurants, motels, and other amenities. Its hard to miss, especially with the dozens of billboards advertising this place off the highway.

South of the Border
Dillon, SCPhoto courtesy Richard Weiss

South of the Border marquee at dusk and Pedro
Dillon, SCPhoto courtesy Richard Weiss

South of the Border is open 24 hours a day. Pedro is the mascot that greets visitors throughout the complex. From the huge marquee straddling the road to the green Pedro smiling in the entranceway, Pedro makes his presence felt.

Below are more photos of South of the Border. Many thanks to Richard Weiss for update.

South of the Border towerPhoto courtesy Richard Weiss

Hot tamalePhoto courtesy Richard Weiss

Neon sombreroPhoto courtesy Richard Weiss

Motel marqueePhoto courtesy Richard Weiss

South of the Border off the roadsidePhoto courtesy Richard Weiss

South of the Border off the roadsidePhoto courtesy Richard Weiss

South of the Border off the roadside with PedroPhoto courtesy Richard Weiss